Truth or False Testimonial: The Blood Type Diet

As a health and fitness professional, I am often asked about the legitimacy of many different types of diets. Do they get results? Do they work? Should you try one and not the others? My most common answer is, "NO!"

One popular diet is "metabolic typing," which is also known as the Blood Type Diet. Basically, you eat specific foods depending on your blood type. Personally, I have only seen a small amount of research that suggests metabolic typing and blood type diets might work. Unlike other diets with zero research, eating for your blood type might help with the absorption of certain nutrients. However, the research is far from clear and there is no definitive research in this area. With that being said, there are so many testimonials touting the miraculous results that have occurred due to the blood type diet. Do not believe everything you read.

I am not saying that the people claiming these testimonials are not truthful because in many cases, they are. To begin with, these people probably never ate properly nor did they exercise properly. Then they are introduced to a blood type diet - their nutrition greatly improves and they start exercising. This results in weight loss, a feeling of well being and decreased body girth. Hence, one great testimonial for this particular diet!

These clients would have had great results with any blood type. They would also have great results with any diet. So, before buying metabolic typing books and seeing specialists that will recommend foods depending upon your blood type, first begin with a more nutritious diet. Meal plans centered on portion control rich with fruits, vegetables, lean meats and fish are likely to be effective for any blood type.